See rural South Jersey from an open-air gondola on a narrated train ride
75 Minutes
Narrated train ride
Ride the Mannington Limited from South Woodstown and take in Salem County scenery from an open-air gondola with elevated bench seating. Your narrated journey covers 18 miles roundtrip on a restored 1930s train.
The open-air gondola is exposed to the elements and personal items may get soiled; the railroad is not responsible for damage to personal effects. These historic railcars are not compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. Only registered service animals are permitted aboard the train.
Tickets are nonrefundable. Tickets may be rescheduled within 24 hours of purchase. After 24 hours, tickets are not eligible for rescheduling. Guests who miss their scheduled experience are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
No. Your open-air seating has no roof, windows, or doors, so you’re fully exposed to the elements. If there’s inclement weather, you may be moved to a coach car if seating is available; bring an umbrella if bad weather is possible.
Yes. Your personal items could be damaged and your clothes could get soiled (for example from cinders and soot, diesel emissions, or natural elements). The railroad is not responsible for damage to personal effects.
Expect the horn or whistle at all public road crossings. Depending on where you sit and the direction of travel, it may be louder during parts of the ride; bring hearing protection if you’re sensitive to loud noise.
650 Alloway-Woodstown Road
This heritage railroad operation runs on genuine enthusiasm, with restored vintage trains operated by dedicated staff who clearly love what they do. The variety of themed excursions gets high marks, from BYOB rides with charcuterie boards to seasonal events like the Santa trains and holiday experiences. Families particularly appreciate the festive atmosphere and the passion that shows through in both the restored equipment and customer service. The rides themselves are generally well-received, though the duration (about 40 minutes round trip) leaves some visitors wishing for a longer journey through the South Jersey countryside. Special touches like the continental brunch option and the ability to rent the caboose for private groups add nice flexibility. While most holiday experiences hit the mark beautifully, there have been occasional inconsistencies with seasonal entertainment quality. The overall vibe leans nostalgic and family-friendly, with repeat visitors making it a regular tradition across different seasons.
The Brew to Brew event was very good. We are planning to ride again for a fall event.
Lisa Horton
March 16, 2026
The Brew to Brew event was very good. We are planning to ride again for a fall event.
Lisa Horton
March 16, 2026